Roots & Branches are all about social inclusion and celebrating the fantastic diversity of Birmingham. Organising coffee mornings in Washwood Heath and Alum Rock, they also arrange social outings to different places of worship and cultures to help breakdown any barriers and welcome new people into their local community.

Founded in 1989 Ladywood furniture Project has been serving the people of Birmingham for almost 30 years, helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds furnish their homes at a low cost, recycling 500 tonnes of furniture that would have otherwise ended up on landfill.

Kingstanding Food Community believe no one should go hungry, they have allotments and a kitchen garden to grow food and feed their local community. They also do family workshops and work closely with local school to get children understand where their food comes from.